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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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