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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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