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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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