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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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