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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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