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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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