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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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