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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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