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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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