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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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