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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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