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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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