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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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