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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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