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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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