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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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