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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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