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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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