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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

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