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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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