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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology enable people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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