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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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