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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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