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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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