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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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