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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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