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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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