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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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