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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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