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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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