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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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