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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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