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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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