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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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