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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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