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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources