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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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