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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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