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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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