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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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