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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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