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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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