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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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