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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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