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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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