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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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