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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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