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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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