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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

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