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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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