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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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