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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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