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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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