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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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