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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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