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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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