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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning enable people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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