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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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