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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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