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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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