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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning enable learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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