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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are enabling students all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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