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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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