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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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