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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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