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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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