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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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