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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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