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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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