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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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