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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning are empowering people all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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