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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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