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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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