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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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