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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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