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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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