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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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