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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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