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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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