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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

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