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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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