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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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