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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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