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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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