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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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