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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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