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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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