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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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