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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology are enabling people all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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