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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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