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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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