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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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