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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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