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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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