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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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