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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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