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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online education have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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