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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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