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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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