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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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