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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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