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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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