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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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