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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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