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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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