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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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