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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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