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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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