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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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