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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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