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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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