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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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