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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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