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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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