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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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