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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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