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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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