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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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