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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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