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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

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