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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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