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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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