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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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