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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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