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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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