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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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