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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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