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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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