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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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