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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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