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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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