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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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