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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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