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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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