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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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