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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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