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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online education technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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