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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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