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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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