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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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