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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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