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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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