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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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