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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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