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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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