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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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