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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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