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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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