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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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