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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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