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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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