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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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