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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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