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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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