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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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