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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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