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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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