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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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