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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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