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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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