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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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