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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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