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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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