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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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