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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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