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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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