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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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