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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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