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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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