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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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