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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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