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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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