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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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