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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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