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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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