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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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