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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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