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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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