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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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