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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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