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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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