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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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