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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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