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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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