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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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