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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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