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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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