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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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