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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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