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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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