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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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