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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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