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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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