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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in electronic education technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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