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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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