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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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