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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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