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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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