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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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