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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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