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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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