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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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