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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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