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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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