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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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