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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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