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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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