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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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