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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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