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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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