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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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