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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources