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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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