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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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