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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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