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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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