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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greenland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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