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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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