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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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