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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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