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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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