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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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