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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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