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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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