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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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