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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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