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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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