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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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