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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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