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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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