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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

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