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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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