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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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