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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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