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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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