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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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