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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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