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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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