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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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