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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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