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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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