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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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