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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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