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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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