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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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