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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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