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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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