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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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