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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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