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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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