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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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