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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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