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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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