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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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