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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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