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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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