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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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