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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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