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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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