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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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