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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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