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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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