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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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