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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic education technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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