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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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