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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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