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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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