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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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