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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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