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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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