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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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