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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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