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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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