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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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