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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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