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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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