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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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