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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online education have enabled students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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