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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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