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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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