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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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