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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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