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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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