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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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