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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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