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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning enable learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? 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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