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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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