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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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