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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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