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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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