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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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