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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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