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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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