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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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