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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high attrition?

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