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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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