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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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