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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology have enabled learners all over the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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