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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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