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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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