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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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