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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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