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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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