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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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