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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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