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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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