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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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