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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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