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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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