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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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