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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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