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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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