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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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