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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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