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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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