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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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