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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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