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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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