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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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