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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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