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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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