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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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