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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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