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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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