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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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