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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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