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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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