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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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