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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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