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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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