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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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