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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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