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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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