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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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