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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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