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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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