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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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