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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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