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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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