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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are normally 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 distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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