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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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