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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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