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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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