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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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