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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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