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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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