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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

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