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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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