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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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