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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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