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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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