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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning enable people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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