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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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