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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning enable people all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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