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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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