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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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