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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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