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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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