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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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