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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? 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 institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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