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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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