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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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