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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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