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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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