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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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