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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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