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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online education technology are empowering humans all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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