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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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