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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in digital education technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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