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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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