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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology enable humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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