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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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