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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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