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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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