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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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