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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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