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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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