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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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