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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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