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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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