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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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