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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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