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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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