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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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