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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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