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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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