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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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