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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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