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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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