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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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