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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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