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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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