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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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