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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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