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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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