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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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