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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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