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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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