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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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