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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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