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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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