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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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