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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

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