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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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