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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

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