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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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