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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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