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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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