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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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