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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in elearning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

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