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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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