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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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