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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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