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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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