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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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