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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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