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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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