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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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