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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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