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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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