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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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