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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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