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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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