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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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