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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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