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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

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