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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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