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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

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