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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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