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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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