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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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