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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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