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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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