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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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