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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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