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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning enable humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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