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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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