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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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