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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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