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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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