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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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