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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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