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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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