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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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