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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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