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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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