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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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