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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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