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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in e-learning are enabling students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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