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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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