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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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