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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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