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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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