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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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