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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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