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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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