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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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