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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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