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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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