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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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