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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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