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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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