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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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