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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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