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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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