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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gibraltar to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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