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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 massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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