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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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