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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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