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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). The latest developments in elearning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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