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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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