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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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