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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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