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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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