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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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