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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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