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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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