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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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