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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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