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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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