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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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