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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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