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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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