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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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