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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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