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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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