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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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