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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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