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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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