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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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