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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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