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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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