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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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