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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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