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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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