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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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