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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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