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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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