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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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