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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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