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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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