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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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