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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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