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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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