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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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