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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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