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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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