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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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