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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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