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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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