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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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