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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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